The Environmental Working Group estimates that you could reduce your pesticide intake by up to 90% by eating only 100% organic ____.
A) beef from non-feed lots
B) polyculture grains
C) complex carbohydrates
D) meats and dairy from non-industrial agriculture
E) fruits and vegetables from the dirty dozen

Question

The Environmental Working Group estimates that you could reduce your pesticide intake by up to 90% by eating only 100% organic ____.​
A) ​beef from non-feed lots
B) ​polyculture grains
C) ​complex carbohydrates
D) ​meats and dairy from non-industrial agriculture
E) fruits and vegetables from the dirty dozen​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fruits and vegetables from the dirty dozen are the crops that are most heavily contaminated with pesticides, so choosing organic options for these foods can greatly reduce your exposure to pesticides. Eating only 100% organic meats or grains may not have as significant of an impact on reducing pesticide intake as these foods are not typically associated with high pesticide residue levels.

The Environmental Working Group Estimates That You Could Reduce Your